Technical Designer

TECHNICAL DESIGNER

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPS & STRATEGY

STATUS: EXEMPT

 

Summary

Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas.  We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another’s achievements, and most importantly support each other.

 

At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves “Partners.” With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.

 

Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit – one handshake at a time. 

 

A Technical Designer manages their product category from concept to production by establishing & maintaining consistent fit standards, manufacturing methods, grading & pattern blocks between multiple factories. They are also responsible for managing workflow to meet seasonal calendars by working closely with cross functional partners.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall execution of fit, grading & construction while maintaining optimum quality from initial prototype development through production approval
• Creates & provides pattern and/or pattern direction throughout development
• Creates & maintains company block patterns
• Collaborates with Design, Product Management & Vendors to develop products that meet target cost & brand standards
• Prepares prototypes & leads fit sessions on live models with Design & Product Management to arrive at a cohesive, executable direction
• Develops and routes technical packages including graded specifications, construction details & requested fit corrections for accurate costing & prototyping
• Takes initiative to continually improve quality of fit / construction
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance and appearance.
• Demonstrates high degree of professionalism in communication, attitude and teamwork with customers, peers and management.
• Adhere to all local, federal and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong communication, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
• Degree or diploma in Technical Design, Design or Product Development
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a Technical Design team
• Able to communicate 3-D fit corrections into a 2-D pattern – digital pattern proficiency is a plus
• Thorough understanding of product engineering and manufacturing processes
• Experience working on-site with factory / sample room is a plus
• Strong working ability of Excel, Illustrator & Microsoft Suite

 

Competencies

• Customer Centric/Sales Driven – Assesses customer experience within the store and promotes a culture of customer engagement. Is attentive to customers and understands their needs, offers products that are aligned with the consumers’ expectations. Continually searches for ways to improve customer service.
• Ensure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.

 

Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities

• Competitive salary. (insert any other compensation opportunities here)
• Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.